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South Carlsbad State Beach Campground

South Carlsbad State Beach Campground
7201 Carlsbad Blvd
Mailing Address: 2680 Carlsbad Blvd. Carlsbad, CA 92008
Carlsbad, California
(760) 438-3143
More info and reservations

South Carlsbad State Beach Campground features swimming, surfing, skin diving, fishing and picnicking. The large bluff-top campground is very popular, especially in summer, so it's essential to reserve a spot months earlier.

Stairs lead to South Carlsbad State Beach below. The mouth of the Batiquitos Lagoon is just south of the campgrounds, and offers nice hiking trails and nature walk.

CAMPGROUNDS
Most sites at South Carlsbad State Beach Campground are paved, level, spacious and have accessibly designed tables. Paved tent spaces do not allow use of stakes. Restrooms with showers are accessible, including adjacent parking. A campfire center is accessibly designed.

Beach/Shore Access
Stairs from South Carlsbad State Beach Campground to the beach are now accessible.A route from the Ponto Picnic Area to the beach is also accessible. Parking in the day use area is accessible. A beach wheelchair is available. Call (760) 753-5091 for information.

Other Information
Several beach overlook vistas are located along the bluffs in the Ponto campground area. They are generally on accessible routes and have room to maneuver.

Camp Store/Park Office. Store, office, laundry and vending machines are now accessible with accessible parking.

Picnic tables, fire grills, piped water, flush toilets, showers and a dump station are available. Some facilities are wheelchair accessible and supplies and laundry facilities are available in Carlsbad. Leashed pets are permitted.

SERVICES & AMENITIES
Within South Carlsbad State Beach Campground
* Backpacking Camping
* Comfort Station
* Dump Station
* Firewood
* Fishing
* Handicap Access
* Laundry
* Ranger Station
* Restrooms
* Showers
* Store - Convenience
* Surfing
* Swimming
* Telephone

RULES
* Reservations available year round.
* Fees includes entry for 1 vehicle and one legally towed vehicle or trailer. Additional vehicles must register and pay additional fees.
* Campers under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent, or provide, upon arrival, a letter from a parent granting permission to camp. All juveniles must be in their own campsite after 10pm.
* Quiet hours are 10 pm - 6 am. Visitors not staying overnight must be out by 10 pm.
* Generator hours are from 10 am to 8 pm.
* Campsite is limited to 8 people maximum and is designed for individual family use. Large groups require a special event permit.
* Take precautions to prevent theft by securing property, such as surfboards, bikes, and ice chests.
* Campsite is limited to 3 vehicles. There is no parking for more vehicles. A trailer is counted as a vehicle. Park out of roadway behind site number to allow emergency vehicle access.
* Animals must be on a leash less than 6 feet at all times, may not be left outside at night, and are prohibited on the beach.
* Alcohol and glass containers are NOT allowed on the beach or beyond your campsite.
* All Park plants are protected. Do not cut or attach items, such as ropes, to any plants.
* Maximum stay during High Season (March - November) is SEVEN nights. All persons and equipment must vacate for a minimum of 48 hours before beginning another stay.
* Park Road separates Oceanfront (premium) sites from Inland sites. Ocean sites are on a bluff overlooking beach. Stairs to beach. Sites have no shade.
* Kiosk hours: Hi season 7 am - 10 pm; Lo season 7 am - 8 pm.

PARK KIOSK HOURS
Hi Season: 7am-10pm
Lo Season: 7am-10pm

LOCATION/DIRECTIONS
South Carlsbad State Beach Campground
7201 Carlsbad Blvd.
Carlsbad, CA 92008

Note:The campground entrance is not accessible from Poinsettia Ave.

From INTERSTATE 5 take exit PALOMAR AIRPORT ROAD.

Go west to CARLSBAD BLVD - SOUTH.
Turn SLIGHTLY RIGHT onto ramp CARLSBAD BLVD - SOUTH.

Merge onto CARLSBAD BLVD - SOUTH and continue 1.6 miles to Campground Entrance.
Campground Entrance NOT accessible from Poinsettia Ave.

Campground Address: 7201 Carlsbad Blvd.
Mailing Address: 2680 Carlsbad Blvd. Carlsbad, CA 92008

 

 
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